Tours

What can't you do? That would be a shorter list.
There are attractions, activities, events and features throughout
the region to suit all ages and interest groups. From theme
parks for children to adventure sports for adrenaline
junkies. From gourmet food and wine experiences to
bushwalking through campsites. From a simple dip in the ocean
to a luxurious spa retreat. There really is something for
everyone.

Highlights

Searoad Ferries connects the Great Ocean Road and the Bellarine to the Mornington Peninsula, the 40 minute crossing is a stress free alternative to driving through the city.
Two specially designed all weather 60 metre ferries have easy drive on/drive off facilities, spacious comfortable lounges with full-length windows, a tempting cafe and plenty of deck space.
Watch out for dolphins, whales in winter and enormous ships as you breathe incredibly fresh air. Arriving at Sorrento, you will have a perfect view of multi-million dollar mansions sitting atop cliffs, tiny coves filled with boats, the beautiful foreshore and old limestone buildings.
Whether you are going home or on a journey far away, there's no better way to see the bay than with Searoad Ferries.
Passengers with vehicles are advised to arrive at the terminals at least 20 minutes prior to departure.
The ferries depart from Queenscliff Harbour, Queenscliff and the Sorrento Pier, Sorrento.
Special Features on the 40 minute journey are the unparalleled views of historic lighthouses, the Point Nepean fortifications, navigational features, seals and dolphins are available from the comfortable lounge areas, cafe style seating or numerous observation decks.
Both vessels are fully equipped to cater for passengers with disabilities, including an internal lift from the vehicle deck to the passenger lounge.
Coaches may be booked ahead. Seven days notice is advisable to secure passage.

More than Tour offer their local knowledge will give you the very best opportunity of seeing a range of beautiful native animals in their natural environment.
Short walks to the scenic attractions, lookouts, beaches and rain forests will be on well-defined tracks and board walks and requires a moderate level of fitness. Their guides will accompany you on all walks and your safety is their priority.
Being a boutique tour company they will confirm your pick up point, departure and return times prior to departure. More Than A Tour also offers a Door to Door Service from Geelong & District.
More Than A Tour can tailor make tours to satisfy your groups desires, including Great Ocean Road and Phillip Island Penquin day tours. Discover the beauty of the Bellarine including special experieinces to swim with dolphins or simply sit back and enjoy a boat ride to explore the treasures of Port Phillip Bay from Queenscliff.
Contact More Than A Tour for more details.

Victoria's historic coastal town of Queenscliff is home to the world's one and only Blues Train. It is a unique experience that combines four of Australia's best live acts and the beautiful scenery of the Bellarine Peninsula on the Drysdale Railway line while aboard a real moving vintage steam train. It is one of Australia's most spectacular entertainment experiences - it is a mini festival in one night and a progressive party you'll never forget.
Nothing captures the spirit of the blues quite like a steam train. Listening to the train whistle and the clickety-clack on the tracks you can imagine the old blues masters jamming it up on Mississippi freight trains as they were 'ridin' the blinds' around America's deep south.
The Blues Train leaves Queenscliff Railway Station after guests have enjoyed a delicious meal complemented by fine Australian and local wines. The steam train then makes its way along 16 kilometres of track, gently rocking from side to side, seemingly in beat with the music.
At each of the stops, Suma Park and Drysdale, revellers swap carriages to see another of the acts, so by the end of the night patrons have seen all four acts performing on the train. Drinks are available from the mobile bar that miraculously appears on each platform (from the converted guard's van). You can sit back, relax and listen to the music with a drinking on one of the seated carriages or get up and boogie the blues away in one of the dance carriages.
Please visit the website for the different show dates.

Welcome to Geelong Adventure Specialists, they offer a range of activities to cater for all ages, beginner to advanced.
Their focus is on the seasonal outdoor activities. Currently it is land-based activities and tours locally, and activity specific trips further afield.
If you are keen for a challenge, a fun day with friends, or just some time out in one of the many diverse and beautiful natural places in the region, Geelong Adventure Specialists will take care of everything.
Are you ready for some fun? Contact Geelong Adventure Specialists for further information.

Great Ocean Air are the premier air travel service in Victoria. Their luxurious air conditioned Airvans seat seven passengers in spacious cabins with panoramic windows.
Choose from a variety of private flight and tours, charter flights, half day scenic tours, day and overnight golf and outback tours and their popular girls day/surfing King Island adventures.
Ground transportation, farm stay and beach stay accommodation are available and included in some packages. Make your journey part of the destination. Experience Great Ocean Air. Live the dream.

The Bellarine Railway is a volunteer operated organisation located on the Bellarine Peninsula, offering heritage train rides and experiences between Queenscliff and Drysdale, on board a collection of steam and diesel trains originating from around Australia.
The heritage service is available on Sundays, most public holidays, as well as Tuesdays and Thursdays during the school holidays. Extra running days are available of the summer holidays.
Carriage hire is available as part of the heritage service and perfect for children's parties or groups looking for the benefits of private train hire without the added cost.
Experiences and special events offered are Steam and Diesel Train Driver Experiences, a Day out with Thomas weekends, Special occasion and wedding charters, Mid-week steam and diesel trips, Tailored group and school tours and Home of The Blues Train.
Gift certificates and vouchers are available for all services, experiences and events.

For the Love of Grape Wine Tours offers a relaxing and memorable experience to the variety of wineries on offer in the Bellarine, Geelong, Echuca and Yarra Valley areas. Their tours offer the convenience of collection and drop off to all accommodation, homes, train stations and Ferry services.
Tours include half day tours that start from $65 per person (inclusion of lunch is at an additional charge) to full day tours. Their suggested full day tours include pamper and wine, full wine day tours (includes lunch) and caters for corporate functions/hen's or bucks groups. All clients have the option of selecting the wineries to visit or tailoring a day tour to suit the interests of their group.
They specialise tailoring each tour to suit the needs of every group and ensure the itinerary explores many of the smaller appointment only wineries as well as visiting the more the well known.
All tours are inclusive of tax and tasting fees. For all enquiries and bookings please contact your local tour operator at For the Love of Grape.

The Bellarine Taste Trail is a collection of gourmet delights and foodie experiences all within 20 minutes of each other. The trail twists a scenic path around The Bellarine, taking visitors to vineyards that are receiving some of Australia’s highest accolades for their wine and farms that have changed the local restaurant scene with their amazing produce.
There are breweries using innovative techniques for original flavours and bakeries known for amazing wood-fired bread and multi-award winning pies. Several tour companies run charter operations across the Bellarine, so you can truly indulge in all the Bellarine Taste Trail has to offer and let someone else worry about transport and navigation.
The Bellarine is bounded by Port Phillip Bay to the North and Bass Strait to the South – as such, the seafood on offer is amazing. Portarlington’s mussels are well known locally and feature in a
different dish at virtually every restaurant in the region. Places to eat range from those with stunning water views, or nestled in rolling farmland hills to exquisite and grand historic hotel dining rooms. They all offer their unique take on local fare.
For more casual meals, pick up a bounty of local produce from one of the provedores and food stores around the Bellarine and make it yourself – either at home or at your holiday accommodation.

Stroll the beautiful Heritage town of Queenscliff and enjoy afternoon tea at one of Queenscliff’s grand old buildings to finish.
Guided walks run 2.00pm every Saturday and take approximately one and a quarter hours. Group walks available at other times by appointment. Check with the Visitor Information Centre for availability and prices. Bookings essential – Phone the Queenscliffe Visitor Information Centre 5258 4843 or call in to the Centre 55 Hesse Street Queenscliff.
A self guided booklet, “Queenscliff – A Living Heritage.” Is also available for sale from the Queenscliffe Visitor Information Centre. This short self guided walk will take approximately 45 minutes and take you past a few of the town’s historic buildings.

Natural Treasures Tours believe the touring experience should not be rushed. Their personalised, small group tours, for two to ten people, are designed to showcase the regions natural beauty, history (using treasure chests to reveal for example original artefacts from shipwrecks) and wildlife .
They believe a relaxed touring pace with great food and accommodation while in the company of an friendly and professional guide is the best way to see this region. Taking extra time to see the Great Ocean Road will be a decision your will never regret.
The most popular tour is the two day Great Ocean Road tour. The two days allow you to see far more than what a rushed one day tour allows. The coastal road, koalas, kangaroos, beaches, rainforest and great accommodation with ocean views are first day highlights. The second days touring explores the shipwreck coast including the famous 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge. When visiting Victoria spending two days on the Great Ocean Road is time very well spent.
Natural Treasures Tours range in duration of one to three days and discover all regions of Victoria. All tours are conducted in small groups lead by expert guides providing a thorough and personalised experience.
If you are heading off from Melbourne to South Australia, why not join the three Day Melbourne - Adelaide tour or do it in reverse. They also offer a Half Day City Sights tour as well as various Private touring options from Melbourne. Have a look at their website for more information.
Natural Treasures Tours also operate school educational tours of one to three days. Contact them for more details.
Using new, comfortable and air-conditioned vehicles for all tours as well as spectacular accommodation. Natural Treasures Tours are happy to customise an itinerary for you.

Otway Discovery Tour provides a service that is unique and memorable for all its customers. Otway Discovery provides a service with warmth, understanding and a great deal of professionalism to all customers.
The one day Great Ocean Road Tour takes you to the beach, bushland and forest - with time to stop and get sand between your toes, and walk through sweet-scented eucalypt forests - until the massive pillars of the Twelve Apostles standing from the ocean take your breath away. Morning tea and lunch are included.
The three day all inclusive Great Ocean Road and Grampians tour is a true Australian adventure of wildlife and spectacular scenery. You will be taken on a journey to discover the breathtaking coastline of the Great Ocean Road and the hinterland of the Grampians. Meals and accommodation included.
Otway Discovery Tour will go the extra mile to ensure that all facets of your tour are a success - by offering a simple booking process, organising your pick up and drop off locations, providing fantastic, enthusiastic and informative guides and modern mini coaches (maximum 24 people) and personalised service - all this, so customers can leave Victoria with a big smile on their face!
Guides are friendly, tours are innovative and unique and strive to create the best possible day adventures for travellers from all walks of life! You are sure to have a bonza day with Otway Discovery Tour.

Raw Travel - Great Ocean Walk is a specialist in walking and cycling holidays with over 15 years experience of operating remarkable trips worldwide.
They are a fully licensed operator and offer small groups and expertly guided multi day walks consisting of three, four or seven day tours, plus a variety of self guided trips along the Great Ocean Walk.
Raw Travel's experienced walking guides accompany you throughout and they also bring in local experts, such as a Shipwreck Historian and an Indigenous guide to offer insights into the unique history and environment of the area as you walk, providing an unforgettable Great Ocean Walk experience.
The trips are fully catered and vehicle supported so that you can relax and enjoy the walk carrying just a daypack.
Raw Travel has been operating for five years and earned an Advanced Eco certificate for their tours on the Great Ocean walk.
Accommodation is excellent with a variety of quality lodgings used. Raw is one of the few companies that offer different accommodation, allowing you to walk from East to West on seven day trips without entailing long transfers each day.
Raw Travel stay in well appointed cabins and attractive beachside hotels in Cape Otway, Apollo Bay and Port Campbell. Food is top Quality!
Raw offers maximum flexibility on guided Great Ocean Walks. You can walk as little or as much as you want each day, with regular stops for refreshments and picnic lunches.
They cater for a variety of budgets offering unbeatable value with all inclusive packages. Pick up and drop off from Avalon airport is offered.
Their guides are first aid trained and carry emergency devices.
Book in confidence with Raw Travel as they are fully insured and are one of the most experienced operators on the Great Ocean Walk.

The popular and award winning Sea All Dolphin Swims of Queenscliff is a family owned business which offers a truly unique marine experience on Port Phillip Bay. Where else can you snorkel with wild dolphins and seals and colourful reef fish all on the one cruise.
With a clever blend of fun adventure and education, the friendly crew at Sea All Dolphin Swims cater for passengers of all ages, sizes, shapes and abilities.
With modern wetsuits, equipment and light refreshments supplied its no wonder the tours are so popular with international visitors heading down the Great Ocean Road.
Learn snorkelling in safe shallow conditions from patient and caring instructors. Interact with wild dolphins and seals while learning about their habits and environment. Snorkel in the Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park and view coloured reef fish, sea stars, coloured sponges and a kelp forest. View unusual sea birds and a unique gannet rookery with fluffy white chicks. Experience the early maritime and military history. Hear expert interpretation and tales from experienced guides.
Relax with a hot chocolate while sharing your adventure with a new friend. Experience the thrill of the boom net or enjoy the duckboard spa at the rear of the boat. Challenge yourself in our ritual jump from the boats' roof at the end of the cruise. Take home fabulous photos of unique wildlife and happy friends and an experience you will remember and talk about for ages.

South Bay Eco Adventures is an award winning ecotourism company specialising in sightseeing boat tours of Southern Port Phillip Bay, the Rip and Port Phillip Heads.
View the spectacular Rip, the stretch of water connecting the Bay and Bass Strait, and discover the wildlife that calls Port Phillip Bay home, including dolphins, seals, whales, penguins and sea birds.
Explore areas only accessible by boat, on an up close nature-based adventure highlighting the unique history, wildlife and coastal landscape of Southern Port Phillip Bay.
The purpose-built eco boat offers exceptional visibility for everyone on board, with a design that ensures a smooth, stable and comfortable ride.
Tours operate daily between November and April from Queenscliff Harbour, with limited tours between between June and August.

Wildlife Tours Australia has been entertaining travellers since 1996. Being one of the longest running small group tour operators in Melbourne they have the ultimate range of one, two and three day adventures in Victoria.
Specialising in the Great Ocean Road, Phillip Island, The Grampians, Yarra Valley and Mornington Peninsula Wine Tours, Snow Tours (in the winter), Melbourne to Adelaide Tours, Adelaide to Melbourne tours and personalised group charters. Wildlife Tours Australia also place a strong emphasis on incorporating Australian Wildlife into the tours, as the team believe this is one of the things that makes Australia so special!
Wildlife Tours Australia operates small modern vehicles. This is in order to provide passengers with a more personalised, higher quality experience. They believe travelling in a group is better than a crowd, that is why they do not try and squeeze you in amongst 50 other people. They endeavour to get to know you all on a first name basis, and firmly believe in enjoying the journey as well as the highlights.
The only thing they love more than this beautiful country, is being able to show it off to their guests. That is why when you travel with Wildlife Tours you know you are going to get a guide who is just as enthusiastic about the journey as you are.
Wildlife Tours Australia operates a one day Great Ocean Road Tour with an optional Helicopter flight available, a one day Phillip Island Penguin Parade Tour, a two day Great Ocean Road and Grampians National Park Tour, as well as a two day tour to Great Ocean Road and Phillip Island.
There is also a three day Great Ocean Road and Grampians National Park Tour that finishes in either Melbourne or Adelaide.
Please view their website for more details.

The Geelong Botanic Gardens are a wonderful mix of old and new featuring traditional heritage gardens as well as the contemporary and waterwise 21st Century garden.
The gardens were established in 1851 and as such feature fabulous mature trees, including some rare and exotic. Within the 17 acre space there are rose gardens, shaded lawn areas perfect for picnics, a teahouse.
There are also regular guided walks exploring different aspects of the gardens and special interest areas.

Start your trip to Geelong with a guided walk where you will visit the key attractions, the arts precinct and our stunning Waterfront.
Get some inspiration for the remainder of your stay and even some discounts. Walks depart from the National Wool Museum, Cnr Brougham & Moorabool St.
The 2 hour walk costs $12 and includes a delicious morning or afternoon tea hosted by Four Points Sheraton Geelong on the spectacular Waterfront. Bookings are essential - 03 5244 7102.

Just South of the Geelong CBD, Kardinia Park is most famous for its AFL Champion tenants, the Geelong Cats. Simonds Stadium, the Geelong Football Club home ground, is on the Eastern side of Kardinia Park. The stadium seats 28,300 people and hosts AFL matches during winter and a range of other sporting events at other times during the year.
Kardinia Park is also home to Kardinia Swimming Pool, which operates with seasonal hours between October and April. With two Olympic sized swimming pools, several childrens’ pools, two diving boards (1m and 3m) and a waterslide.
Also within the bounds of the park are a childrens’ playground, fitness circuit, cricket and football ovals, netball courts and walking / running / riding tracks.

Packages &amp Offers

High Tea on the High Seas - Searoad Ferries

Experience High Tea on the High Seas in the privacy of the Portsea Lounge on board the Queenscliff Sorrento Ferry.

Blues Train & BIG 4 Beacon Resort - May and August

Enjoy the legendary Blues Train and the equally legendary BIG4 Beacon Resort with this package, from $497 for two people.

Family Supatramp & Stay Package at BIG4 Beacon Resort

Bring the kids and their bucketloads of energy to BIG 4 Beacon Resort with this Supatramp accommodation deal for 2 adults and 2 children, from $459.

High Tea on the High Seas - Searoad Ferries

Experience High Tea on the High Seas in the privacy of the Portsea Lounge on board the Queenscliff Sorrento Ferry.Enjoy table service in elegant surroundings, exquisite food, quality tea and real coffee!

$40.00 per person and includes immediate return travel on the same ferry for a leisurely experience.

Every Sunday from February to November12pm sailing from Sorrento3pm sailing from Queenscliff.